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Constellation Walk and Viewing
Join us at Neale Woods for an easy walk in the twilight then a viewing of the stars and constellations when darkness falls. Bring binoculars to view deep sky objects as desired. PROGRAM WILL BE CANCELED IF SKY IS MORE THAN 25% CLOUDY. The December hike is near the peak of the Geminids meteor shower.
Trails CLOSED for 3-day managed deer hunt
Since the 1980s, the deer population has exploded, due in part to the lack of larger predators and the abundance of food. To mitigate the issue, we embarked on what has been a decades-long process: conducting research, forming and enacting a plan, and constantly evaluating results. Since the official deer hunt program began in 1996, it has become arguably the most successful conservation program in the history of the forest. TRAILS CLOSED DECEMBER 14-16 Learn more here.
Forest Therapy Walk at Neale Woods
AT NEALE WOODS Come join AFNT guide in training, Julie Mckeone, for a forest therapy walk (also known as Shinrin Yoku and forest bathing). Throughout the walk, invitations will be offered to connect walkers to the forest for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. This is a gentle practice and all are welcomed. Dress for the weather, bring water, and apply insect repellent. Limit 15. Please register here.
“The Loess Hills Man: A Giant or Folklore?” A gentleman’s conversation between a tribal traditionalist and an anthropologist
December 15 at 2 p.m. A gentleman’s conversation between a tribal traditionalist Join Rob Bozell and Taylor Keen as they debate the validity of The Loess Man, a turn-of-the-century theory that famed local archaeologist Robert F. Gilder coined. Learn why archaeologists debunked this theory of a missing link between man and primate found in Nebraska, and why a tribal traditionalist thinks there is more to the story. Taylor Keen is a teacher, community builder, and Native American thought leader based…
Trails CLOSED for 3-day managed deer hunt
Since the 1980s, the deer population has exploded, due in part to the lack of larger predators and the abundance of food. To mitigate the issue, we embarked on what has been a decades-long process: conducting research, forming and enacting a plan, and constantly evaluating results. Since the official deer hunt program began in 1996, it has become arguably the most successful conservation program in the history of the forest. TRAILS CLOSED DECEMBER 14-16 Learn more here.
Sunday Yoga in the Forest
Join us for an hour-long vinyasa style yoga class, surrounded by nature, designed to de-stress and relax you. In winter, we practice yoga indoors by the fire. This class is accessible for all levels of yogis, from beginner to experienced, and will feature the sounds of the forest as your soundtrack as you move towards complete wellness. A meditative walk will follow the class, ending with tea for those who can stay. This program is free for members or with…
Mud Pies: Christmas
Every child should experience the magic of holding a snail or smelling a wildflower, and learning alongside a special adult in their life. This school year, connect your child to the natural world by experiencing it together! Come to Mud Pies, a drop-in program for adults and children ages 5 to infant, for hands-on learning and technology-free play indoors and out. Due to the types of activities offered and the amazing benefits of adult-child interaction in nature play, one adult…
Mud Pies: Christmas
Every child should experience the magic of holding a snail or smelling a wildflower, and learning alongside a special adult in their life. This school year, connect your child to the natural world by experiencing it together! Come to Mud Pies, a drop-in program for adults and children ages 5 to infant, for hands-on learning and technology-free play indoors and out. Due to the types of activities offered and the amazing benefits of adult-child interaction in nature play, one adult…
Mud Pies: Christmas
Every child should experience the magic of holding a snail or smelling a wildflower, and learning alongside a special adult in their life. This school year, connect your child to the natural world by experiencing it together! Come to Mud Pies, a drop-in program for adults and children ages 5 to infant, for hands-on learning and technology-free play indoors and out. Due to the types of activities offered and the amazing benefits of adult-child interaction in nature play, one adult…
Evening Yoga on the Plaza
Join us for an hour-long vinyasa style yoga class, surrounded by nature, designed to de-stress and relax you. In winter, we practice yoga indoors by the fire. This class is accessible for all levels of yogis, from beginner to experienced, and will feature the sounds of the forest as your soundtrack as you move towards complete wellness. A meditative walk will follow the class, ending with tea for those who can stay. This program is free for members or with…
Santa comes to Mud Pies
Santa is coming to Mud Pies! Make holiday crafts with your children or grandchildren, see Santa and go for a winter hike! Mud Pies is a relaxed, drop-in-and-play program that encourages interaction between adult and child. Monday-Thursday from 9:30-11:30 am at Fontenelle Forest. For children ages 5 and younger accompanied by an adult. $3 with daily admission for non-members of Fontenelle Forest Fontenelle Forest members can buy a Mud PIes membership for $100 per year.
Mud Pies: Christmas
Every child should experience the magic of holding a snail or smelling a wildflower, and learning alongside a special adult in their life. This school year, connect your child to the natural world by experiencing it together! Come to Mud Pies, a drop-in program for adults and children ages 5 to infant, for hands-on learning and technology-free play indoors and out. Due to the types of activities offered and the amazing benefits of adult-child interaction in nature play, one adult…